Drinks
The Vine
Wilmington
Discover this cozy, intimate wine bar in the heart of historic downtown offering dozens of wines by the glass, over 150 by the bottle, select craft beer, cheese boards, award winning tapas and small plates, flatbreads and an extended dinner menu. Choose to dine inside or under umbrellas in their…
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Variety Locally Owned Outdoor Dining Wineries/Wine
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Brooklyn Cafe & Market
Wilmington
Offering made from scratch pastries and home to Ollie's famous donuts, as well as coffee, kombucha, beer and wine, this family owned and dog friendly market also carries a selection local produce, eggs, cheese, chips and hummus, honey and soaps. Have a taste of New Orleans with a beignet or enjoy…
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Coffee/Tea Locally Owned Outdoor Dining
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Bean There Café
Wilmington
Created by the esteemed Chef Hollingsworth, Bean There Cafe provides a unique speak-easy style coffee shop that serves locally roasted espresso, fresh baked goods, and a variety of made-to-order hot breakfast and lunch plates. With it's cozy interior and thoughtfully decorated color pallet, your…
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Coffee/Tea Locally Owned Outdoor Dining Sweet Treats
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The Bend
Wilmington
The Bend is the perfect spot for visitors to feel like the ultimate local. Experience good food, good drinks, and a good time all in one place with regular live music, market pop-ups, and shuffleboard competitions. Grab a cold local beer from Parlour House and grab a delicious sandwich from Middle…
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Locally Owned American Drinks/Cocktails Kid Friendly
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Luna Caffe
Wilmington
Located in the heart of the Castle Art and Antique District, cozy Luna Caffe offers a full coffee service including cold brewed nitro, complemented by specialty teas, local honey, smoothies, baked sweets and more. They even have a curated selection of beer and wine including bubbly on tap…
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Coffee/Tea Locally Owned Outdoor Dining Sweet Treats
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24 South Coffee House
Wilmington
Enjoy the friendly, welcoming atmosphere of Wilmington's first and oldest coffee location in the heart of historic downtown. Owner Christine Vaughan, a veteran of the coffee business, offers many locally roasted gourmet coffee options from the traditional manual lever espresso machine to the…
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Coffee/Tea Locally Owned Outdoor Dining
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Kei Cafe
Kure Beach
Kei Cafe is a mobile coffee shop that runs out of a fully equipped, stylish blue van that travels the local area but you'll frequently find it at it's Kure Beach home conveniently located near the iconic Kure Beach Pier. This tiny but mighty van offers all the flavors of a brick & mortar coffee…
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Coffee/Tea Locally Owned Outdoor Dining
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Ponysaurus Pizzeria and Beer Garden
Wilmington
Savor some of the best suds and pizza focused food at Ponysaurus' refurbished space nestled among the trees of historic downtown, next door to the Burgwin-Wright House and Gardens. Choose from over 100 inside dining seats or their dog friendly patio picnic tables and extensive, shaded beer garden…
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Breweries Drinks/Cocktails Outdoor Dining🐟 Seafood
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Tap Tea Bar Historic Downtown
Wilmington
Discover a sweet treat drink shop that doubles as a late night ramen bar in historic downtown serving Boba or bubble tea filled with flavorful tapioca bubbles in refreshing flavor combinations. This hot or cold customizable Asian libation starts with your choice of a base and flavors, and finishes…
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Asian Coffee/Tea Locally Owned Outdoor Dining
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Drift Cafe Carolina Beach
Carolina Beach
Newly opened in the Proximity Shopping Center, find Drift the place to sooth your coffee cravings along with some of the freshest, healthiest breakfast, and lunch items a short drive from Carolina Beach Boardwalk. Choose from premium breakfast bowls, hand helds and more including full coffee and…
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Breakfast & Brunch Coffee/Tea Kid Friendly Locally Owned
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Malama Cafe
Carolina Beach
Named after the Hawaiian word meaning to protect and cherish, Malama Cafe seeks to nourish your body while also helping protect the environment. Located a short stroll off of the Carolina Beach Boardwalk, this charming cafe offers coffee and tea complimented by breakfast and lunch…
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Coffee/Tea Breakfast & Brunch Healthy/Veggie Locally Owned
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Little Loaf Bakery & Schoolhouse
Wilmington
Discover this charming 1930s dog-friendly cottage filled with tasty delicacies a short drive from the Cargo District. Choose from breads created with a century old French sourdough starter, authentic baguettes, or artisanal pastries baked with care. Be sure to grab a cinnamon roll as well, since…
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Sweet Treats Coffee/Tea Locally Owned Outdoor Dining
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Port City Java
Wilmington
Waking up Wilmington since 1995, Port City Java now offers over multiple Wilmington locations. Boasting two local roasting facilities, allowing the cafes to make coffee from beans roasted just days before brewing, ensuring a fresh, delicious cup. Baked goods, breakfast items, sandwiches, wraps and…
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Coffee/Tea Locally Owned Outdoor Dining
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Blue Cup Roastery
Wilmington
Get your coffee fix at Blue Cup Roastery offering unique coffee and tea drinks in the trendy Cargo District near historic downtown. Enjoy your choice at either the outside dog-friendly tables or inside the refurbished Quonset Hut's communal dining space. You can also choose from a rotating…
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Coffee/Tea Locally Owned Outdoor Dining
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The Workshop
Wrightsville Beach
Sip, shop, snack... browse unique handmade fossil jewelry while enjoying gourmet espresso and snacks or sandwiches. Serving quality French fare with flair-- choose from almond croissants in the morning to fresh lunch sandwiches on toasted baguettes. Grab a smoothie to enjoy on the beach, or…
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Coffee/Tea Locally Owned Outdoor Dining Specialty/Gifts
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Vicious Biscuit
Wilmington
Vicious Biscuit is a breakfast/brunch spot that serves delicious biscuit creations with classic southern twists. Try their biscuit topped with pimento cheese and drizzle of hot honey (The Fat Boy) or their biscuit drenched in sausage gravy and candied jalapeños (The Vicious). Well known for their…
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Breakfast & Brunch American Coffee/Tea Kid Friendly
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Java Dog
Wilmington
If you are looking for a welcoming local coffee shop, this pet-friendly coffee shop is found on Front Street in historic downtown. Enjoy a bagel, muffin, or other light fare and delicious drip coffees, and espresso and latte drinks. Choose the main level or upstairs inside, or sip your coffee from…
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Coffee/Tea Locally Owned Outdoor Dining
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Cafe Mata
Wilmington
Savor exotic plant based sips with/without a side of Namaste, a short drive from historic downtown. Nestled at a yoga studio entrance, discover organic, locally roasted coffee and teas in biodegradable cups, with vegan pastries and raw sweets. Gathering global food and drink inspirations, find…
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Coffee/Tea Locally Owned Outdoor Dining
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Hidden Grounds
Wilmington
Enter an unassuming portal in historic downtown to uncover a dog friendly urban oasis fronted by a cozy coffee bar set in a storied building. Grab your beverage of choice, and exit the back door to explore the lush garden's many fanciful seating areas, discovering their many dinosaur mascot…
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Coffee/Tea Locally Owned Outdoor Dining
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Wrightsville Beach Brewery
Wilmington
Nestled under a spreading oak tree, Wrightsville Beach Brewery offers craft beer and great food, especially fresh, local seafood, in their brewpub and beer garden. Located just off Bradley Creek Waterway since 2016, the brewpub serves lunch, brunch and dinner with a children's menu. Enjoy dining…
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Breweries Area Meeting & Event Venues American Kid Friendly
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Bespoke
Wilmington
Serving only the best coffees, espressos, all types of coffee drinks, including a full cocktail bar served all day long, Bespoke offers quiet solitude in bustling historic downtown. Relax and stay a while, grab an espresso to enjoy inside or on their streetside patio. In the mood for something…
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Coffee/Tea Locally Owned Outdoor Dining Bars
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SUNday's Cafe
Wrightsville Beach
Refresh, re-hydrate and relax at SUNday's Cafe, located on the south end of Wrightsville Beach above the South End Surf Shop. This family-friendly, laid-back, locally owned and operated neighborhood coffee shop and cafe is also pet-friendly. It's the perfect place for the whole family to grab some…
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Coffee/Tea Locally Owned Outdoor Dining
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North End Cafe To-Go
Carolina Beach
Found near Freeman Park at Carolina Beach, these dog friendly people are early risers serving coffee from locally roasted beans with delicious bagels, acai bowls and handhelds year round. They have all your hot or cold java needs covered from cappuccino to cold brew-- you can even have almond milk…
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Coffee/Tea Locally Owned Outdoor Dining
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Front Street Brewery
Wilmington
Wilmington's original restaurant and brewery started in 1995, Front Street Brewery, offers delicious appetizers, lunch, dinner and weekend late night menus with craft beer at a great price, with their menu reaching beyond normal pub fare including a great kids menu. Their third floor was recently…
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American Breweries Kid Friendly Locally Owned
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Drift Coffee & Kitchen Mayfaire
Wilmington
Enjoy a coffee-centric cafe emphasizing fresh, holistic food and beverages delivered with heartfelt service in a sunny spot. The simply clean breakfast and brunch foods, and unique beverages include several types of toast: avocado, smoked salmon, and almond butter topped with banana, cinnamon and…
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Coffee/Tea Locally Owned Outdoor Dining
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Hollywood East Brewseum
Wilmington
Hollywood East Brewseum, where hops meets Hollywood. Grab a brew, a salty snack, and browse the variety of film props on display throughout the grounds. This tap-room is completely themed out with nods to film, from brew names like, "The Sour I Turned Pretty" to "Yeast Bound and Down", dozens of…
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Breweries American Drinks/Cocktails Locally Owned
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Current Coffee
Wilmington
Enjoy browsing through this cozy locally owned and operated corner store with a welcoming laid back vibe. Grab a coffee and browse their eclectic selection of items like local honey, eggs, cheese, farm fresh goods and produce, as well as ready to go meals, snacks and a selection of in-store draft…
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Coffee/Tea Bottle Shops Fresh Food Markets Locally Owned
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Concorde Espresso Bar - Porter's Neck
Wilmington
Take flight without leaving the ground, morning or night, at Concorde Espresso Bar's newest location in Porter's Neck. The interior has been transformed to a first-class experience with airplane windows that showcase a beautiful sunset take-off and landing filmed right here in Wilmington. This…
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Drinks/Cocktails Coffee/Tea Locally Owned Outdoor Dining
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Keg and Egg
Wilmington
Enjoy Wilmington's only Bottleshop serving breakfast, lunch and dinner. This is where Pittsburghese food is served with a Southern drawl. Choose from over 140 brews, organized by state from East to West Coast, that you can enjoy alongside a hearty Pennsylvania-style breakfast or sandwich served…
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American Bottle Shops Breakfast & Brunch Locally Owned
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Drift Cafe Wrightsville Beach
Wrightsville Beach
Come enjoy a premium breakfast and lunch experience served with delicious high-end coffee and tea drinks at the Drift Cafe, located at the site of the historic Causeway Cafe. Founded by surfers who traveled the globe in search of health, well being and great waves, they drew inspiration from their…
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Coffee/Tea American Breakfast & Brunch Kid Friendly
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Zeke's Beans & Bowls
Wrightsville Beach
Offering clean, healthy food and coffee with breakfast (served all day), lunch and dinner options at reasonable prices in the heart of Harbor Island, choose from fruit-based Acai bowls, salads, pitas and other healthy food like smoothies and more. They even press their juices fresh to order and…
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Healthy/Veggie Coffee/Tea Outdoor Dining
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Folks Cafe
Wilmington
Experience the friendliest, folksiest place in town-- since 2000 they are just one block off of Market Street near historic downtown. Enjoy coffee with a choice of their delicious baked goods, or bring the family for full breakfast or lunch. Choose from a constantly changing menu that features…
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Variety Coffee/Tea Locally Owned Outdoor Dining
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Fortunate Glass Wine Bar
Wilmington
Recently named one of the best bars in America in 2026 by USA Today, find this intimate bar showcasing globally sourced wines, plus creative small plates and craft beers at the heart of historic downtown. Dine inside in historic charm or on their dog-friendly street side patio. Choose from among…
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Wineries/Wine Locally Owned Outdoor Dining Music and Nightlife
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Drift Coffee Shop & Kitchen
Wilmington
Discover healthy premium breakfast and lunch choices served with high-end coffee and tea drinks or cooler drinks in the heart of historic downtown. Located on Front Street beside the iconic Bijou Park, choose from deliciously light breakfast and lunch selections to dine in their inside area filled…
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Coffee/Tea Breakfast & Brunch Kid Friendly Locally Owned
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Trolly Stop: Wrightsville Beach
Wrightsville Beach
Sample five different types of hotdogs (including vegetarian) and thirteen fresh toppings for over 1,000 different combinations. The slaw and chili are made in store, in addition to vegetarian fixins' chopped fresh daily. There is something here for everyone to enjoy. The mom and pop charm, fresh…
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American Coffee/Tea Kid Friendly Locally Owned
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